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politics48 min agoUpdated
Australian Universities Required to Prevent Racism and Antisemitism Under New Standards
Education Minister Jason Clare announced legal requirements for universities to address racism and antisemitism. The announcement came as the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion opened in-person evidence hearings in Melbourne.
The Guardianworld10 hrs ago
Australian Universities Face Legally Enforceable Anti-Racism Definitions and New Governance Rules From 2027
The federal government will require universities to adopt definitions of antisemitism, Islamophobia and racism towards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people under an enforceable standard. Details of the standard will be published Monday, with full compliance required from…
kpbs.orgworld2 days ago
California Bill Would Require Community Colleges to Offer Abortion Pills
Proposed legislation would direct California community colleges with health centers to provide medication abortion services starting in 2029 if state funds are allocated. The measure extends requirements already in place at state universities.
azernews.azscience2 days ago
Taliban Bans Smartphones for Government Employees and University Staff Effective June 16
Taliban authorities directed government workers, judges, police and military members to abandon smartphones under a rule that began June 16. The policy permits only basic feature phones and has spread to universities and some hospitals. Npr reported on enforcement and effects on…
The Independentworld3 days ago
California public colleges hold military-grade weapons
An investigation found many California public colleges and universities possess AR-15-style rifles, stun grenades and long-range acoustic devices. Several campuses failed to publish required inventories or hold public forums mandated by a 2021 law.
Al Jazeerapolitics3 days ago
King’s College London Disciplines 26 Students for Pro-Palestine Activity
Al Jazeera reported that King’s College London opened the highest number of cases among UK universities, with 26 students investigated between October 2023 and November 2025. Cases involved encampments, event disruptions, and social media posts. Several students received formal w…
news.sky.combusiness3 days ago
Northern Ireland universities say higher fees would not increase repayments for many graduates
Two Northern Ireland universities told a Westminster committee that raising tuition fees would not lead to higher repayments for many graduates. The submissions addressed concerns about loan sustainability and university funding.
slate.comfinance4 days ago
Foundation awards $2.6 million for studies on online sports betting effects
A foundation has granted roughly $2.6 million to 12 universities and think tanks to examine how online sports betting affects users' finances, mental health, and family life. The projects will compare outcomes across states that legalized the activity at different times.
umnews.orgworld6 days ago
Malawi Approves 100 Percent Rise in Public University Tuition Fees as Short-Term Fix for Funding Shortfall
The government approved an immediate doubling of fees at the country's five public universities to address a financial crisis in higher education. Education Secretary Dr Ken Ndala said the ministry selected the increase after universities requested urgent funding relief.
thejournal.ieworld8 days ago
Irish businessman Martin Naughton dies aged 87
Martin Naughton, founder of Glen Dimplex, died at 87. He built a multinational electrical goods company and gave tens of millions to universities and arts institutions across Ireland.
Yonhappolitics8 days ago
Prime Minister Han Seong-sook Tours Seoul Student Housing Areas on July 4
Prime Minister Han Seong-sook visited neighborhoods near universities in Seoul to assess housing conditions for young adults. She called for expanded dormitories, affordable units, and youth work programs shortly after taking office.
flipboard.comworld9 days ago
Twelve Top U.S. Colleges Expand All-Gender Campus Facilities
Twelve universities including Columbia are increasing all-gender restrooms and locker rooms. Critics cite Title IX concerns and safety data from a Canadian study. The Supreme Court recently upheld limits on biological males in girls' sports.
globalnews.cafinance10 days ago
U.S. Leads Global Small Modular Reactor Development With 28 Siting Announcements
The United States has 28 small modular reactor siting announcements as of 2026, exceeding the combined total of the next four countries. National laboratories account for seven of the announcements, while utilities, universities, and developers each account for five.
abcnews.go.compolitics10 days ago
Florida Board Bars Undocumented Students From State Colleges
The Florida board of education voted Tuesday to restrict enrollment at the state's 28 public colleges and universities to U.S. citizens and lawfully present individuals. The decision follows last year's removal of in-state tuition discounts for some immigrant students.
boredpanda.comworld12 days ago
House Oversight panel to hold hearing on CIA MK-Ultra project
A House Oversight Committee panel is scheduled to convene Tuesday morning to examine the CIA's former MK-Ultra program. The hearing will focus on the project's use of universities for behavioral drug testing and modification theories over two decades.
cnbc.comworld12 days ago
Union Threatens Strike at Seven State Universities Over Unpaid Agreement
The Benin Zone of the Academic Staff Union of Universities warned it will halt classes at seven institutions if state governments do not apply the 2025 national salary agreement to July paychecks.
dig-in.comworld13 days ago
Two California universities face civil rights complaint over student program
The Equal Protection Project filed a complaint alleging that the University of Southern California and Loyola Marymount University violated federal civil rights laws by supporting a program limited to students who identify as Hispanic. The complaint claims the universities hosted…
globalnews.caworld14 days ago
Senator criticizes Qatar’s role in U.S.-Iran talks
A Republican senator expressed concern over Qatar’s involvement in negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. He cited Qatar’s financial ties to Iran and its donations to American universities.
en.antaranews.comworld16 days ago
Montenegro arrests Iranian-Turkish dual citizen wanted by U.S. on hacking charges
A 39-year-old man holding Iranian and Turkish citizenship was arrested Thursday in Kotor at the request of U.S. authorities. He faces New York court charges tied to attacks on more than 150 universities since 2013.
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koreatimes.co.krworld20 days ago
Kakao Map Shows Detailed North Korean Sites Including Pyongyang Universities
Kakao Map displayed specific locations in North Korea such as Kim Il Sung University and train stations on June 22. Naver Map shows only broad geographic features in the same region. Both services restrict searches but permit manual viewing.
nypost.comfinance22 days ago
Syracuse University Projects First Budget Deficit in Years After Missing Enrollment Target
@FortuneMagazine reported that Syracuse University missed its undergraduate enrollment target for fall 2026, triggering a budget deficit. Multiple other universities have announced similar shortfalls tied to declining enrollment.
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cnbc.comfinance22 days ago
U.S. College Enrollment Falls as Smaller Institutions Face Closures
Total post-secondary enrollment rose 1% in fall 2025, down from a 4% increase the prior year. Multiple universities have announced budget shortfalls tied to missed enrollment targets for fall 2026.
nbcnews.comscience23 days ago
Microplastics Found in Over 75% of Tested Pet Food Brands
A study by the universities of Sussex and Exeter detected microplastics in 16 of 19 pet food brands. Value-range products showed higher concentrations than premium options, and wet food produced greater daily intake despite lower particle density.
indiatoday.intoday.infinance26 days ago
One in 12 UK undergraduates enters degree programs without formal qualifications
Data show 8 percent of UK-based students starting full-time undergraduate degrees lack formal entry qualifications. The share exceeds 50 percent at some universities.
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freepressjournal.inscience29 days ago
Australian PhD stipends average above poverty line but 16 universities pay below it
Minimum research training program payments sit at $34,315 while the Henderson Poverty Line reached $36,446.26 in December 2025. An independent panel recommended raising the base rate to $50,000.
Euronewsscience37 days ago
British Researchers Test First AI-Designed Universal Vaccine in Humans
A team at Cambridge and Southampton universities completed the first human trial of a vaccine created entirely by artificial intelligence. The shot uses a computer-designed protein to target shared features across virus families and is delivered without a needle.
upi.compolitics39 days ago
White House proposal would require political review of federal grants
A draft rule published by the Office of Management and Budget would direct political appointees to approve all federal grants to universities and nonprofits. The 400-page document was released without a press release and drew more than 3,000 public comments within days.
nbcnews.compolitics42 days ago
Satellite Images Show Israeli Military Positions in Areas of Khan Younis and Rafah Previously Used as Civilian Sites
Updated February 2026 imagery documents the transformation of cemeteries, housing projects, and universities into military sites across Gaza. Prime Minister Netanyahu directed forces to expand control to 70 percent of the territory.
Nbc Newsai44 days ago
College Students Form Anti-AI Groups at Five Campuses
Students at multiple universities have created groups opposing rapid AI development. NBC News interviewed seven students who described faculty encouragement of AI use and concerns over academic integrity and future employment.
bbc.co.ukworld44 days ago
Liverpool Campaign Adds Recycling Sites for Student Move-Out
Liverpool City Council and local universities are running the Leave Liverpool Tidy campaign to collect reusable goods from student housing. Two new drop-off points and an expanded collection service opened this year.
Nbc Newsbusiness44 days ago
College Students Form Anti-AI Groups at Five Campuses
Graduates at three commencement ceremonies this month booed speakers who praised AI. Students at five universities have formed groups calling for slower development of advanced AI systems.
winnipegfreepress.comscience46 days ago
National Science Foundation Restricts New Grants to Four Universities
The U.S. National Science Foundation has limited new research grants to four elite universities. The change began last month and affects institutions including Princeton University.
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awfulannouncing.comsports47 days ago
Georgia football coach warns spending may cut non-revenue sports
Kirby Smart said continued spending in college football risks eliminating non-revenue sports at universities. The Georgia coach linked rising costs directly to potential program reductions.
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Forbesai48 days ago
Study Estimates 9 Percent of AI-Using Students Submit Unallowed Work
A Science analysis of 95,513 students at twenty public research universities found that roughly 9 percent of those who use generative AI have submitted AI-generated work they knew might not be allowed. The study used a list experiment to avoid direct admissions and examined diffe…
The Sydney Morning Heraldscience48 days ago
Researchers Recommend Kitchen Swaps to Reduce Microplastic Exposure
Scientists from Australian universities advise replacing plastic kitchen items with alternatives such as wood, stainless steel, and glass. The recommendations follow studies showing microplastic particles in household equipment and human tissue.
automotiveworld.comai48 days ago
Study Finds 9 Percent of Students Admit Submitting AI-Generated Work
A survey of 95,500 undergraduates at public research universities shows that two-thirds used generative AI in 2023-24, while 9 percent reported submitting AI-generated work when it may not have been allowed. Daily users reported the prohibited practice at a 26 percent rate.
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nbcnews.comworld49 days ago
Letters criticize NAACP call for athletes to avoid southern universities
Readers responded to an NAACP effort urging Black athletes to boycott universities in southern states that recently redistricted. Several letters argued the recommendation would limit educational opportunities for students.
finance50 days ago
Former Meta Director Describes Layoff and Shift to University Teaching
A former Meta global director who spent more than ten years at the company recounts receiving a 3 a.m. layoff notice in 2022. After a period of unemployment, the individual began lecturing at universities and later became an adjunct professor and lecturer.
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theverge.compolitics53 days ago
Ditto Transcripts Provides Human-Reviewed Services for Regulated Industries
Ditto Transcripts, founded by Ben Walker, supplies human-reviewed transcription for police departments, courts, law firms, healthcare organizations, universities, and financial firms. The company offers certified transcripts and multiple turnaround options while maintaining compl…
fortune.comai53 days ago
College Graduates Boo Speakers Mentioning AI at 2026 Commencements
Graduates at multiple universities interrupted commencement speeches with boos when speakers discussed artificial intelligence. The reactions occurred at events including the University of Arizona, University of Central Florida, and Middle Tennessee State University.
thepointsguy.comworld53 days ago
University of Cross River Lecturers Begin Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid Salaries
The Academy Staff Union of Universities at the University of Cross River has started a total and indefinite strike. The action follows the failure to implement a new salary structure and other welfare benefits.
nbcnews.comai53 days ago
Public Opposition to AI Projects Reported at Universities and in Local Elections
Reports indicate speakers promoting artificial intelligence face audience pushback at universities. Voters in some areas have opposed data center construction, and some officials have adjusted positions on AI infrastructure.
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ai54 days ago
Graduates Jeer Speakers Over AI Job Concerns
University of Arizona students interrupted a commencement speech discussing AI. Similar reactions occurred at other universities as recent graduates face a competitive job market.
rediff.comai54 days ago
College Students Use AI Tools While Expressing Concerns About Technology
Graduating students at two universities booed speakers who praised artificial intelligence during commencement ceremonies. Surveys show many students use AI weekly for coursework, and some faculty report increased cheating.
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news.google.comworld54 days ago
NAACP Launches Campaign Urging Black Athletes to Boycott Southern College Sports
The NAACP and Congressional Black Caucus called on Black athletes, fans and alumni to withhold support from public universities in eight Southern states over redistricting moves they say limit Black voting representation.
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finance54 days ago
Gen Z graduates boo speakers mentioning AI at 2026 commencements
Graduation speakers at several universities faced boos when they discussed AI during May 2026 ceremonies. Surveys show declining excitement and rising anger toward AI among 14- to 29-year-olds.
realclearpolitics.compolitics54 days ago
Florida Law Restricts General Education Courses on Race and Gender
A 2023 Florida law limits general education courses at public universities that focus on identity, systemic racism, or oppression. State officials have removed hundreds of such courses and added a post-tenure review process for faculty. Other states have adopted similar measures.
orlandoweekly.comai54 days ago
College Students Boo AI in Commencement Speeches While Using Tools for Coursework
Graduating students at multiple universities expressed opposition to artificial intelligence during recent commencement addresses. At the same time, surveys show many students use AI tools regularly in their academic work.
nbcnews.comai56 days ago
Some Commencement Speakers Face Audience Pushback Over AI Remarks
Graduating students at two universities booed when speakers discussed artificial intelligence during commencement addresses. The reactions occurred at the University of Central Florida and the University of Arizona.
nypost.compolitics56 days ago
Sociology Association Continues Diversity Criteria for Awards
The American Sociological Association maintains diversity, equity, and inclusion standards for leadership and awards. Several universities have faced legal settlements and leadership changes related to campus protests and admissions policies.
finance56 days ago
US News & World Report Releases 2026 Best National Universities Rankings
The publication evaluated 434 schools using up to 17 measures of academic quality. Princeton University received the top national ranking.
Washington Examinerpolitics57 days ago
Trump Defends Allowing Chinese Farmland Purchases and Student Enrollment in U.S. During Hannity Interview
President Donald Trump said pushing Chinese entities out of U.S. farmland would cause farm prices to drop and defended Chinese students attending American universities. He made the remarks on Fox News’s Hannity on Thursday night following talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.…
Ars Technicatechnology58 days ago
Russian Universities Offer Incentives for Students to Serve as Military Drone Pilots
Russian universities are offering free tuition, cash payments of up to $70,000 and other benefits to students who sign one-year contracts to serve as drone pilots in the military. The recruitment targets roughly 2 million male university students, including those with technical s…
japantimes.co.jppolitics58 days ago
Congressional Republicans Probe Foreign Funding Ties at Nine U.S. Universities
A group of congressional Republicans sent letters to nine universities seeking information on funding received from foreign entities linked to the Chinese Communist Party. The inquiry follows a Department of Education report documenting hundreds of millions of dollars provided to…
Newsweekpolitics58 days ago
Trump Says Chinese Farmland Purchases Began Under Obama, Opposes Abrupt Ban That Would Hurt U.S. Farmers
President Donald Trump told Fox News' Sean Hannity that he does not love Chinese nationals buying U.S. farmland but warned that banning such purchases would drive down farm prices and hurt farmers. Speaking during his three-day state visit to China, Trump also defended allowing t…
The Guardianpolitics59 days ago
Melbourne Professor Discovers He Was Listed as Co-Author on Iranian Journal Paper Without His Knowledge
Prof Abbas Rajabifard of the University of Melbourne said he had no involvement in a March 2023 journal article co-authored by Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. Rajabifard had his name removed from the paper in February after discovering the listing in January. The article appeared short…
prnewswire.comtechnology60 days ago
Ginkgo Bioworks to Close Traditional Labs and Spin Off Biosecurity Unit
The Boston company reported cumulative net losses of $6 billion since 2020 and a 24 percent revenue decline last year. It will focus on selling AI-driven lab robots to drug companies and universities while offering cloud access to automated experiments. The company already operat…
Nbc Newsworld60 days ago
Russian Universities Recruit Students for New Drone Force with Salary and Education Benefits
Russian universities are promoting contracts with the newly formed drone forces offering high salaries, academic leave and free tuition upon return. Rights groups have raised concerns that recruits could face combat risks despite assurances of no front-line duty. The recruitment…
Al Jazeeraworld60 days ago
Tens of Thousands March in Argentina Over University Funding Dispute
Huge crowds marched in Buenos Aires and other cities on May 13, 2026, denouncing government refusal to implement a law increasing university budgets and salaries amid high inflation. Public universities have been tuition-free since 1949 and produced five Nobel laureates.
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Al Jazeeraworld60 days ago
Tens of Thousands Protest in Argentina Against University Funding Cuts
Tens of thousands marched in cities across Argentina on May 13, 2026, to oppose government cuts to public university funding. Demonstrators cited declining staff wages and the government's refusal to implement a congressional law on university financing. Public universities in Ar…